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Symptoms of tubor and course of it
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It seems that there may be a typo in your request, but I'll assume you are referring to "tuberculosis" (often abbreviated as "TB"). If this is not the case and you meant something different, please let me know!
### Symptoms of Tuberculosis:
Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection caused by *Mycobacterium tuberculosis*. It primarily affects the lungs but can impact other parts of the body. The symptoms can vary depending on whether the infection is latent (inactive) or active.
#### **Active TB Symptoms:**
1. **Persistent Cough:** Lasting three weeks or longer, which may produce phlegm or blood.
2. **Unexplained Weight Loss:** Significant and unintended weight reduction.
3. **Night Sweats:** Excessive sweating during the night.
4. **Fever:** Often low-grade but can be higher as the disease progresses.
5. **Chills:** Accompanied by fever.
6. **Fatigue:** General sense of weakness and exhaustion.
7. **Chest Pain:** Discomfort or pain while breathing or coughing.
#### **Latent TB Symptoms:**
Latent TB infection (LTBI) does not cause any symptoms and is not contagious. Individuals may test positive for TB but remain asymptomatic.
### Course of Tuberculosis:
1. **Transmission:** TB is primarily spread through the air when someone with active pulmonary TB coughs, sneezes, or talks.
2. **Infection:** Once inhaled, the bacteria can settle in the lungs and lead to latent TB infection, where the immune system contains the bacteria and the person does not show symptoms.
3. **Progression to Active TB:** In some cases, the immune system fails to contain the infection, leading to an active TB disease, which can occur shortly after infection or many years later if the immune system becomes weakened.
4. **Diagnosis:** Diagnosis is done through:
- Tuberculin skin test (Mantoux test)
- Interferon-gamma release assays (IGRAs)
- Chest X-rays
- Sputum tests for acid-fast bacilli (AFB) or culture
5. **Treatment:**
- **Latent TB:** Typically treated with a course of antibiotics over several months to prevent progression to active TB.
- **Active TB:** Requires a combination of antibiotics taken for at least 6 to 9 months.
6. **Preventive Measures:** These include vaccination (BCG vaccine in some countries), ensuring proper ventilation in living spaces, and prompt treatment of active TB to reduce transmission.
7. **Complications:** If left untreated, TB can lead to severe complications, including spread to other organs (extrapulmonary TB), respiratory failure, or death.
### Important Note:
If you suspect you have tuberculosis or have been exposed to someone with TB, it is important to seek medical attention promptly for appropriate testing and treatment.
If you meant a different condition or if you have more specific questions, please let me know!
### Symptoms of Tuberculosis:
Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection caused by *Mycobacterium tuberculosis*. It primarily affects the lungs but can impact other parts of the body. The symptoms can vary depending on whether the infection is latent (inactive) or active.
#### **Active TB Symptoms:**
1. **Persistent Cough:** Lasting three weeks or longer, which may produce phlegm or blood.
2. **Unexplained Weight Loss:** Significant and unintended weight reduction.
3. **Night Sweats:** Excessive sweating during the night.
4. **Fever:** Often low-grade but can be higher as the disease progresses.
5. **Chills:** Accompanied by fever.
6. **Fatigue:** General sense of weakness and exhaustion.
7. **Chest Pain:** Discomfort or pain while breathing or coughing.
#### **Latent TB Symptoms:**
Latent TB infection (LTBI) does not cause any symptoms and is not contagious. Individuals may test positive for TB but remain asymptomatic.
### Course of Tuberculosis:
1. **Transmission:** TB is primarily spread through the air when someone with active pulmonary TB coughs, sneezes, or talks.
2. **Infection:** Once inhaled, the bacteria can settle in the lungs and lead to latent TB infection, where the immune system contains the bacteria and the person does not show symptoms.
3. **Progression to Active TB:** In some cases, the immune system fails to contain the infection, leading to an active TB disease, which can occur shortly after infection or many years later if the immune system becomes weakened.
4. **Diagnosis:** Diagnosis is done through:
- Tuberculin skin test (Mantoux test)
- Interferon-gamma release assays (IGRAs)
- Chest X-rays
- Sputum tests for acid-fast bacilli (AFB) or culture
5. **Treatment:**
- **Latent TB:** Typically treated with a course of antibiotics over several months to prevent progression to active TB.
- **Active TB:** Requires a combination of antibiotics taken for at least 6 to 9 months.
6. **Preventive Measures:** These include vaccination (BCG vaccine in some countries), ensuring proper ventilation in living spaces, and prompt treatment of active TB to reduce transmission.
7. **Complications:** If left untreated, TB can lead to severe complications, including spread to other organs (extrapulmonary TB), respiratory failure, or death.
### Important Note:
If you suspect you have tuberculosis or have been exposed to someone with TB, it is important to seek medical attention promptly for appropriate testing and treatment.
If you meant a different condition or if you have more specific questions, please let me know!
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